The God Who Sees in the Wilderness

Still, Here · Feb 23, 2026 · 3m

Scripture: Genesis 16:7–14She called the name of Yahweh who spoke to her, “You are a God who sees,” for she said, “Have I even stayed alive after seeing him?”Today’s ReflectionIn the wilderness, Hagar—used, overlooked, and alone—discovers that heaven has not forgotten her. When she flees into the desert, God meets her personally, calls her by name, and speaks hope into her future. In response, she names Him El Roi—the God who sees. This episode reflects on how Lent invites our hidden wounds into the light and reminds us that no one is a side character in God’s story. In your loneliest places…